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What platform are you using for email marketing campaigns? We built a BEAUTIFUL Mailchimp account and sent out half a dozen Wholesale properties, only to get flagged and our account 'Deactivated' after sending one 'Pr...
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My question is pretty basic. What are the main reasons why investing directly in real estate is a better idea than just investing in REITs.My understanding is that the rate of return on REITs is generally higher than...
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Hi folks - I'm a small time RE investor in Northern Virginia and own 4 rented units that cashflow. I've had these units for approximately 2 years. I didn't know a whole lot before I hopped into the RE market but fortu...
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How do you find hard money lenders or private investors? I've attended my local real estate meetings, posted it on their website, searched Craigslist, and created Craigslist ads. I'm coming to the conclusion that my a...
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I have been flipping houses on the side but looking to replace my W2 as I scale up house flipping from small houses using only my own money to multiple larger deals (700k - 1m) using others' money. Not sure where to s...
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Hi everyone, I have the opportunity to buy a house that is worth approximately $120k for $75k. I have no cash. My inclination would be to borrow the money from a private lender and then refinance into a conventional, ...
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Ok, I just got done making a really good incoming lead questionaire with tons of important things that you'll want to ask. I also have business card word templates, a powerpoint private money presentaion, free ebooks...
Hello fellow investors!My husband and I currently work in the Houston area, wholesaling and searching for buy and holds. We have a couple properties we would like to buy and rent out, but need either a private money l...
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As a realtor, I've found a couple deals on and off-market in the DFW, just needing a PML to close and perform with on future deals. Can anyone recommend a private lender that works with investors on their first flip? ...
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Hello BP community,I am new to REI and am learning the ropes. I have read many of the books, listened to the podcasts and have started my direct marketing. It has already produced many great leads and should be closin...